Puglia, with its sun-drenched landscapes and timeless beauty, offers the perfect setting for a women’s retreat. Imagine tranquil mornings spent meditating beneath ancient olive trees, afternoons wandering cobblestone streets or exploring hidden beaches, and evenings savoring local, soul-nourishing meals. The region’s patchwork of golden fields, crystalline waters, and charming towns like Ostuni and Matera invite you to slow down and reconnect with both nature and yourself. As the stars twinkle above, Puglia becomes a space for sisterhood, reflection, and deep renewal, where every moment feels infused with magic and timeless serenity. 

Hi! I am Angie. I live in Bloomington, Indiana, with my two children. I have always had a passion for travel and for people.  I work as an orthopedic nurse practitioner and love what I do.  I am a pilates instructor, and I love movement, and I love to help people become the best version of themselves. My true passion is travel, and making connections with people, and helping others connect.

I lost my husband and best friend of 22 years in September of 2021 after a long battle with cancer. During his illness and in the past two years as I worked to heal myself and help my children heal, I found that travel, meditation, movement, and supporting others helped me heal and continue to help me as I continue to heal and grow. I am forever grateful for the reminder that loss taught me, and that is to live your life now,  continue to work on being the best version of yourself, and to build those around us up. I look forward to exploring this amazing world with you! 

Check into our villa + Welcome dinner at the villa! Relax, unpack, settle in... 

Day trip to Lecce: Known for its baroque architecture, it’s sometimes called the “Florence of Puglia”.

Free day at the villa, relax by the pool and get to know your new friends. We will venture out to dinner in our local town. 

Baia delle Zagare is probably one of the most famous places in Puglia, as its rocky arches immersed in the crystalline sea are now a symbol of the region.

The huge beaches of light sand and the proximity to natural parks allow a real immersion in the green of the forests and in the blue of the sea. 

Shopping + strolling in local villages. Explore the Bari region and the small town famous for the cute “trulli” cone-like homes. The whole area looks like a scene out of a fairytale. 

The splendid Polignano a Mare is a delightful town with a characteristic historic center overlooking the sea. Polignano a Mare is one of the most popular travel destinations in Puglia and the most famous beach is that of Lama Monachile, present on every postcard of the city. 

We will spend time hiking and being immersed in nature!  

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